Private Client – Partner/Sr Associate – Bournemouth – 8+ PQE

Overview

In this role you will lead a senior Private Client practice in Bournemouth, handling high‑quality wills, trusts and estate planning for high‑net-worth clients. You will mentor junior lawyers, drive client relationships and contribute to the office’s strategic growth within an employee‑owned, values‑driven firm. The position combines expert technical work with leadership and business development to expand high‑value opportunities. This is a client‑facing, impact‑driven role at a growing regional firm.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and profit share
• Employee-owned structure with a voice in firm strategy
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
• Clear progression and leadership opportunities

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a high‑quality caseload of Private Client matters (wills, trusts, estate planning)
• Oversee probate and estate administration
• Coordinate tax planning and wealth protection activities
• Advise high‑net‑worth individuals and families
• Mentor and support junior lawyers
• Lead business development and client relationship initiatives
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Bournemouth office

Key requirements

• 8+ years PQE in Private Client
• Strong technical expertise across the full range of Private Client matters
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Proven ability to win and retain high‑value work
• Leadership experience and willingness to develop others
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
• Strong presence in the local market

• leadership
• communication
• client care
• wills
• trusts
• estate planning

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